This is a circa 2008 Dahon Speed D7. Bought it from a CG list ad back in 2020 for about $180. Threw a Bafang electric unit onto it and it's been my daily ride ever since. I fold/unfold it quite regularly since it's in my semi tractor. I'm on the heavier side and also ride with my cat on my back and usually fully loaded rack bags.


Over the past month, the folding out has become gradually harder to do than folding it up for storage. I then noticed this odd bend with the pivot point in the posted pic. Again this is my everyday ride and I just want to see if it's safe to continue using. Or should I look into something rated for heavier loads like a "Zizzo"?